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Spend an evening with Alexandra Morton

The Sunshine Coast Conservation Association welcomes Alexandra Morton to the Roberts Creek Hall on Tuesday, May 24, at 7 p.m. Morton is an inspired speaker, a courageous activist and an award-winning author.

Groups offer family support

Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia can leave those with the disease and their care partners feeling isolated. However, you are not alone.

Chamber wants SCRD audit

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) board will soon consider a request that came from the Gibsons Chamber of Commerce -one that called upon the SCRD to pursue a government audit.

Trustees adopt budget

School District No. 46 (SD46) trustees adopted the 2011/12 annual budget at their May 10 school board meeting. An annual budget of $35,615,013 was given three readings and adoption. Of the $35.

Community Forest attempts to build bridges

With a new management team and vision plan, representatives from the Sunshine Coast Community Forest appeared at the May 12 Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) planning and development committee meeting.

HST costs families more

B.C.'s harmonized sales tax (HST) is costing families an average of $350 more a year, according to an independent, government-appointed panel in a report released May 4.

Coast groups fighting pesky plants

While many diverse plants grow on the Sunshine Coast, there is a wave of invaders hidden amongst the local flora and fauna.

New program reaches out to Coast families

Starting this September, families living in rural areas on the Sunshine Coast will have access to a new StrongStart BC early learning outreach program. School District No. 46 will open the program to service north, south and central areas.

Mock accident sheds light on drinking and driving

In an effort to keep teens from drinking and driving, acting students from Chatelech Secondary School gave a shocking and disturbing performance May 16.

Crown and defence clash in closing arguments

Groenke verdict expected June 17